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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T170000
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UID:10004140-1781802000-1781809200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T210548Z
CREATED:20260607T210542Z
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UID:10005191-1781803800-1781814600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night: Jukebox
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke this month is themed around music from the 1950s and 1960s (songs that would have been popular on a jukebox)! However\, you can also absolutely choose other songs outside of the theme if you need. This is an all ages event. Children twelve years of age or younger need to be accompanied by an adult. Minors (ages 13-17) will need to provide an emergency contact.  \n\n\n\nMaximum Participants: 35 people  \n\n\n\nWe’ll be using Youtube karaoke videos on a TV screen or projector screen. In addition\, we have two microphones attached to a separate sound system. You can sing in a group\, be in a duet\, or go solo! When you have your song(s) decided\, you can write them down with your name\, or tell Lukayo\, and you’ll be put on the list. \n\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: 3pm on Thurs June 18th. \n\n\n\nPlease register as we don’t take walk-ins unless you can be vouched for or have attended events before. \n\n\n\nRegistration is needed for security reasons\, access needs\, and food requirements in case we provide snacks for the evening.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility Notes: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night-jukebox/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T124416Z
CREATED:20260526T005945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T124416Z
UID:10005078-1781805600-1781809200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Disarranged Marriage
DESCRIPTION:A featured production in Ottawa Fringe \n\n\n\nRory has found himself the perfect fiancée – Serenade\, who ran away five years ago against her parents’ wishes. He gets to enjoy book club with Mrs Shan\, his almost in-law\, & does not have to deal with a pesky woman. Or so he thought… Serenade returns – new degree\, new self\, new partner\, & a plan in tow. \n\n\n\nDisarranged Marriage is about a certain type of loneliness\, the nagging feeling of inadequacy – with queerness\, friendship\, authenticity\, & cultural identity carefully weaved in. \n\n\n\nCreated by: Jocelyn Deng \n\n\n\nProduction Company: Jujeode’s Whims \n\n\n\nFrom: Ottawa\, Ontario \n\n\n\nRating: 14+ \n\n\n\nGenre: Dramedy\, Family\, Queer Theatre \n\n\n\nContent Notes: Mature Language\, Violence \n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\n\nLab O Theatre is accessible by wheelchair\, elevators available\, gender neutral washrooms available. Box office also accessible by elevator.\n\n\n\nAll shows will have open captions\n\n\n\nMasks required on June 25th and 26th (will be available at the door)\n\n\n\nRelaxed Performances on 22nd and 26th\n\n\n\nASL interpretation during performances on the 22nd and 27th
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/disarranged-marriage/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:LabO Theatre\, 60 Waller St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Fringe":MAILTO:info@ottawafringe.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005093-1781805600-1781812800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
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UID:10001688-1781809200-1781812800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OGRC Weekly Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Thursday evening for our weekly 5 km run\, starting and ending at T’s Pub. We welcome runners of all levels\, with multiple pace groups to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported. Whether you’re looking to push your limits or just enjoy a leisurely jog\, there’s a spot for you in our community. \nAfter the run\, stick around at T’s Pub to unwind with a cold beer and some great company. It’s the perfect way to cap off a run and connect with fellow gay men. No pressure\, just good vibes and good times! \nSee you at 7:00 PM—let’s hit the pavement together!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ogrc-weekly-run/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T230306Z
CREATED:20260607T230227Z
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UID:10005224-1781809200-1781812800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Small Fish
DESCRIPTION:A featured production in Ottawa Fringe \n\n\n\nSmall Fish is a living room dance routine gone nuclear. Glenys Marshall (beautiful libra woman) and Maggie May Harder (little boy running around with scissors) have combined their skills of sketch\, improv\, stand-up and music to create a show like mama used to make. \n\n\n\n**All performances are mask-mandatory
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/small-fish-4/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Ottawa,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Fringe":MAILTO:info@ottawafringe.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002904-1781809200-1781813400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T223108Z
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UID:10005197-1781811000-1781814600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Conceptions
DESCRIPTION:A featured production in Ottawa Fringe \n\n\n\nA true-ish story of Greer\, a Queer wobbling along the STRAIGHT path to parenthood. With Fab\, a witchy best friend\, Billie the emotional support bear and sassy sperm donor Steve\, Greer’s quest serves laughs\, tears and the warm fuzzies. This merry band of queerdos deal with fertility doctors\, legal contracts and negative pregnancy tests. Will Greer’s dreams of a rainbow conception come true? \n\n\n\nEver wonder how are GAYbies are made? Rainbow Conceptions telling the tender story of 2SLGBTQIA++ parenthood through the story of Greer\, a Queer person whose deepest desire is to have a GAYby of their very own. \n\n\n\nGreer’s bestie Fab is doing her part to conjure pregnancy by casting spells\, and overstepping boundaries while Steve\, Greer’s EXTRA fabulous sperm donor refuses to reign in his clap fan realness in the face of lawyers and nosey neighbours. Greer’s ride-or-die family of queerdos bring the love of 1000 Pride Parades and endless salty clap-backs at the political and social barriers to 2SLGBTQIA++ parenthood.Speaking of ride or die\, ever wondered what it’s like to self-inseminate in the back of a moving car? \n\n\n\nInspired by real-life stories\, Rainbow Conceptions opens a carefully guarded and tender part of Queer life by honouring the joy\, absurdity\, heartache\, and love it takes to become a 2SLGBTQIA++ parent.Does family come in every colour of the rainbow? Come see the show and find out! \n\n\n\n*Mask-mandatory show: Tuesday\, June 23
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-conceptions/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:LabO Theatre\, 60 Waller St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Fringe":MAILTO:info@ottawafringe.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213328Z
CREATED:20260603T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T213328Z
UID:10005168-1781812800-1781816400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Umugisha
DESCRIPTION:A featured production in Ottawa Fringe \n\n\n\nA DIY micro-poem musical about a second-gen Burundian queer who\, through constant questioning of their belonging\, decides to choose their own pleasure in everything until it catches up to them. Then\, they learn to balance it with the rhythm of their heart\, and some drumming too… will this make it all worth it? \n\n\n\nAll performances are mask-mandatory
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/umugisha/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Fringe":MAILTO:info@ottawafringe.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260515T150603Z
CREATED:20260515T150559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T150603Z
UID:10005055-1781812800-1781820000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Mööse Knuckle Boylesque: Summer Meat
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa’s queer-produced boylesque cabaret. Just a few shows per year! Titillation and hilarity guaranteed since 2024. We regret that the venue is inaccessible to some people; it is on the second floor of the building and accessible only via stairs. All-inclusive/non-gendered washrooms are available. 19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/moose-knuckle-boylesque-summer-meat/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Tricky Ricky Productions & Collaborations":MAILTO:bytowneboys@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T230000
DTSTAMP:20241106T152947Z
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000625-1781812800-1781823600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T230000
DTSTAMP:20260617T123940Z
CREATED:20260617T123912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T123940Z
UID:10005254-1781812800-1781823600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa's Next Drag Superstar - Semi-Final - Opposites Attract
DESCRIPTION:Contestants present the purest version of their drag identity – and its opposite – in a bid to be among the finalists at the Grand Finale. \n\n\n\nOttawa’s top emerging drag artists compete to become Ottawa’s Next Drag Superstar – Thursday nights at Ottawa’s Home for Drag\, The Lookout\, presented by ABSOLUT! \n\n\n\nHosted by Vera\, each week features a new theme as contestants take the stage to impress our panel of judges – and you\, the audience! With a lip sync showdown each week\, only one will rise to the top at the end of the competition\, with thousands in cash and prizes on the line. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re cheering on your favourite\, or discovering the cast for the first time\, join us for a high-energy celebration of the incredible diversity and talent of Ottawa’s drag scene. Who is next to join the coveted winner’s circle? Join us to find out! \n\n\n\n**Please note: in order to meet demand\, ticketed capacity is greater than the available quantity of seats\, and some tickets will be standing room only. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to increase their likelihood of a table/seat\, if desired.** \n\n\n\nDoors open at 7pm for advance ticketholders only; entry for non-ticketholders begins at 7:45pm\, and subject to available capacity. Showtime approx 8pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawas-next-drag-superstar-semi-final-opposites-attract/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T230000
DTSTAMP:20260607T225627Z
CREATED:20260607T225616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T225627Z
UID:10005215-1781820000-1781823600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Lesbian in the Kitchen – A Cosy Queer Baking Show
DESCRIPTION:A featured production in Ottawa Fringe \n\n\n\nWillow Rosenberg (she/her) invites you into her kitchen and bakes you cookies while sharing stories centred around some of her favourite recipes. You will feel like you are truly just spending time in your friend’s kitchen as Willow discusses her queerness\, Judaism\, ADHD\, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome & chronic pain\, and relationship with her mum\, of blessed memory. Always bringing it back to her lifelong passion for baking. \n\n\n\n**Wednesday\, June 24 is a relaxed performance \n\n\n\n**Tuesday\, June 23 is a mask-mandatory performance
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-lesbian-in-the-kitchen-a-cosy-queer-baking-show/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Fringe":MAILTO:info@ottawafringe.com
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